The Mummy's Curse - Session 17 - Worksheet

During Session 17 of 'The Mummy's Curse' worksheet, students delve into the intriguing world of time travel and ancient Egypt. The session dated 6th April 1923, unfolds over the course of the evening, with pivotal events occurring at 8.00pm, 10.00pm, and 10.45pm. Pupils are encouraged to engage with the material through discussion questions that explore the actions and motivations of characters like Konstantin and Monsieur Lacau, such as altering the past and protecting Tutankhamun's body from German hands. Students also ponder the reasons behind Konstantin's gift of a new mule to Abdel and Aidan's decision to reveal his past to Evelyn.

Reading activities for this session are designed to enhance comprehension and analytical skills. Students are tasked with continuing a timeline to visually represent the narrative, particularly noting Konstantin's journey back in time. They are also asked to predict outcomes, compare original and altered events, and undertake a reading comprehension exercise. A 'Grammar Hunt' is included to focus on modal verbs, adverbs, conjunctions, apostrophes, and direct speech. Additionally, a 'Words to Workshop' section encourages the exploration of vocabulary such as 'bizarre', 'solemnity', and 'conspiracy'. Writing opportunities include crafting a diary entry from Evelyn's perspective, composing a letter from Aidan to Evelyn, and discussing Evelyn's autonomy in choosing her husband. The session is enriched with cross-curricular links to a variety of subjects, offering a holistic educational experience that includes science, computing, history, geography, art, design and technology (DT), music, religious education (RE), and personal, social, health and economic education (PSHE), with themes such as respect, tolerance, and equality woven throughout the unit.